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'US will resume testing nuclear weapons'
A Trident II D5 missile capable of carrying a nuclear warhead is test-launched from a US ballistic missile submarine
'CA to decide on referendum'
Law Adviser Asif Nazrul on Thursday voiced disappointment over the widening rift among political parties regarding the proposed
Can the Gaza ceasefire deal survive?
When is a ceasefire no longer a ceasefire? It depends on who you ask.According to US President Donald
Referendum before national election unnecessary: Mirza Fakhrul
BNP Secretary General Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir has said that holding a referendum before the next general election
Nazrul Islam Mazumder will be interrogated at jail gate
A Dhaka court has issued orders to law and order forces to interrogate Nassa Group owner and former Exim
Trump hails 'amazing' meeting with Xi but no formal trade deal agreed
US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, have met for the first time in six years
Police to introduce new uniforms from 15 Nov
Bangladesh Police is set to roll out its long-awaited new uniforms on 15 November, marking the beginning of a
Prepare for the worst in polls: Dr Yunus
Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus, chairs a meeting held at the State Guest House Jamuna in Dhaka on Wednesday.
Forex reserves stand at $27.34b
Bangladesh's gross foreign exchange reserves have reached $27.34 billion, according to the Bangladesh Bank.Arif Hossain Khan, spokesperson and
Concerns grow over 'administrative preparations' for election
With Bangladesh's 13th parliamentary election expected in the first half of February 2026, election experts are increasingly voicing concern
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South Korea president to address nation at 0100 GMT: office
South Korea's embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol will address
Sri Lankan leftist leader to take office after landslide election win
Sri Lanka's first leftist president will be sworn into
South Korea fires warning shots after new border incursion
Seoul's military said Friday it had fired warning shots
China accused of targeting overseas citizens for political activism
China is targeting citizens studying abroad for their political
Floods in Indonesia's South Sulawesi kill 14
Floods and landslides triggered by heavy rain have killed
"Nobody Is Scared": Congress Says Decision On Amethi, Raebareli In 24 Hours
The Congress is all set to end the suspense over Lok Sabha candidates for the prestigious Amethi and Raebareli
11 missing, tens of thousands evacuated as storms strike south China
Eleven people are missing following
India LS polls: Modi asks people to vote in record numbers
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday urged voters
Narendra Modi congratulated Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on Eid
In a letter to Hon’ble Prime Minister Sheikh
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Annual Commanders' Conference of Regiment of Artillery and Army Air Defence Corps held
Chief of Army Staff General Waker-Uz-Zaman attended the 44th Annual Commanders' Conference of the Regiment of Artillery and the
DU student suspended over offensive remarks about Islam
A student of Dhaka University (DU) has been suspended for six months for allegedly making hateful and offensive remarks
Committee formed to hear press accreditation appeals
A Press Accreditation Appeal Committee has been formed to allow journalists to appeal if they are aggrieved by the
Enlightened young generation will lead Bangladesh's future: CCC Mayor
Chattogram City Corporation (CCC) Mayor Dr. Shahadat Hossain said that youth, equipped with rational thinking, will shape the
Dr Junaidur Rahman Likhon elected social welfare secretary of DAB
Dr Junaidur Rahman Likhon, assistant professor of surgery at Dhaka Medical College (DMC), has been elected social welfare secretary
'Effective steps must be taken to control noise pollution'
Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan addresses a meeting on progress review of Annual Development Programme (ADP) implementation held at the
Online ticketing service introduced at BMU
Bangladesh Medical University (BMU) has launched online ticketing system with the aim of reducing patients' suffering, easing overcrowding and
Attack on government employees protested
A protest rally was held in Brahmanabaria on Wednesday condemning the attacks on government officials and employees.'Brahmanbaria Non-Gazetted
EU to send large election observer team to Bangladesh
EU Ambassador in Dhaka Michael Miller meets Chief Adviser Professor Dr Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna
East West University celebrates Global Media and Information Literacy Week
The Department of Information Studies at East West University (EWU), in collaboration with the UNESCO Dhaka Office and the
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British Ambassador to US loses his job
Sacked UK Ambassador Peter Mandelson had been under mounting pressure over his relationship with Epstein after US lawmakers on
Several PTI senators resign following Imran Khan's directives
Several PTI senators have resigned from their respective senate standing committees on Thursday, saying that they had made the
Funerals held for Al Jazeera journalists killed by Israel
Hundreds of Palestinians in Gaza City have attended the funeral of five Al Jazeera staff killed in an Israeli
Iran's Defence Council prepared to deal with Israel: Reports
Tehran is set to activate a new "Supreme Defense Council" as part of significant structural changes within the Supreme
UN calls upon global powers for urgent action to end Gaza catastrophe
U.N. human rights chief Volker Türk on Tuesday urged governments around the world to respond urgently to the deepening
The Global South mulls fiscal policy beyond dollar
The idea that the United States might "go broke" has long animated political theatre in Washington and framed global
Donald Trump welcomes white South African migrants
White South Africans supporting US President Donald Trump and South African and US tech billionaire Elon Musk gather in
Nuclear enrichment is non-negotiable: Tehran
Iran has emphasized its right to enrich uranium for civilian purposes as an Iranian delegation led by the foreign
Campaigners horrified as Russia's neighbouring countries lift bans on landmines
They are considered one of the world's most dangerous, and indiscriminate, weapons. Yet five European countries have turned their
US authorities certify airplane that can land on its own
American aircraft manufacturer Cirrus is launching the first Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved autonomous safety system in a single-engine piston
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Shafiqul Islam’s Verses Symbolize How Quietude Becomes More Eloquent Than Sonority
Poet, translator and pedagogue Mohammad Shafiqul Islam is back once again
Threatening Media Professionals Opposes Democratic Values
Mass media is recognized as the fourth pillar of democracy worldwide. Independent mass media is a highly essential
The Talibanization of Bangladesh
Uzay Bulut Liberty is not only precious, but it is also exceedingly fragile – especially in
Dublin Conference Hastens Bangladesh’s Tobacco Control Progress
Md Hasan ShahriarThroughout the last two decades, there has been a significant decline in the prevalence
Justice SM Murshed’s Phenomenal Bequest Is Larger Than Life
On the 3 of April, we mark the 46th anniversary of the passing of Justice SM Murshed, a
South Asian University, New Delhi Expands Academic Offerings and Opens Admissions for 2025-26
South Asian University (SAU), established with thevision of has announced the commencement of admissions for the 2025-26 academicsession.
Bangabandhu and Visions of Bangladesh
The following article is the complete text of the “Bangabandhu Birth Centenary Talk” by Nobel Laureate Amartya Sen, delivered
Geographical Versus Cerebral Decolonization
Ngugi Wa Thiongo’s book Decolonizing the Mind takes a deep look into the postcolonial mindsets of people and
Netizens Applaud Coast Guard for Catching Two Big Daddies
Newspapers and television channels had frequently run reports on illegal money transfer from Bangladesh to foreign
More Intensive Efforts Are Required to Fight Drug Abuse
Drug addiction is as a matter of fact one kind of zeal for an illegal and harmful thing,
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India’s Maritime Vision: From SAGAR to Indo-Pacific to MAHASAGAR
Suchitra Durai A decade ago, on 12 March 2015, while commissioning in Mauritius the
The Fog of Trade Wars: Navigating the New Tariff Terrain
The recent resurgence of tariffs as a primary tool of economic policy worldwide has sparked heated debate around
The Fall of Bashar Al-Assad's Regime in Syria: Causes and Impact
The fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria on 8 December, 2024 represents a profound shift in the
Until August: Gabriel Garcia Marquez's Untold Story on Tabooed Sex
Gabriel Garcia Marquez (1927—2014), one of the most eminent and the most applauded authors of all times hailing
A Persistent Theme in Art and Literature
Surrealism first emerged as a form of art during the initial years of 20th century. Surrealistic art and
Why Do Dismayed Poets Annihilate Themselves?
This article highlights two highly celebrated poets of Russia—Vladimir Mayakovsky and Sergei Yesenin. The suicidal propensity of these
Bribery, Speed Up Kickbacks and Hush Money
Solid and sustainable development cannot be acquired without eliminating class discrepancies, bribery and corruption. Bribery is also known
Right and Wrong Perceptions Regarding English Language Proficiency
A widespread fallacy about English language in our country’s academia is that using tough words and saying convoluted
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IFIC Bank Stand Beside Women on Tech Advancement’
Under the initiative “Stand Beside Womenon Tech Advancement’,” IFIC Bank has been conducting a nationwide campaign programto
IFIC Bank Signs MoU with Pizza Hut
IFIC BankPLC has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Pizza Hut, theinternational food chain. The event
BARC holds workshop on Climate Resilient Sustainable Agrifood Systems in Coastal Zones
Dhaka: The Agricultural Engineering Unit of the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council (BARC) has arranged a
Trump and Modi say US-India trade talks continuing
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that trade talks with India would continue, despite strained ties since his imposition
BGMEA leads delegation to Netherlands for Circular Textile Trade Mission
A delegation from the Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) is leading Bangladesh's participation in the Circular Textile
International scientific session held on aesthetic and stem cell therapy
Impulse Hospital in association with Index
Community Bank signs Participatory Agreement with Bangladesh Bank regarding refinancing of Startup
Community Bank Bangladesh PLC. has signed a Participatory Agreement with Bangladesh Bank to join the
SCB Introduces Bangla QR Payment Feature on SC Mobile App
Standard Chartered account holders can nowuse Bangla QR payment feature using their SC Mobile App. This milestonereinforces the
SCB Appoints Faria Kabir as Head of Corporate Coverage CIB, Bangladesh
Standard Chartered Bangladesh has appointed FariaKabir as Head of Client Coverage, Corporate, Commercial and InstitutionalBanking (CCIB),
One-Stop Solution for Businesses: Enhancing FBCCI's Existing Services
The private sector is the main driver ofeconomic growth in Bangladesh, and the
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P.D. Singh, CEO of India & South Asia, SCB visits Bangladesh
P.D. Singh, ChiefExecutive Officer – India & South, Standard Chartered Bank recently visitedBangladesh. P.D. Singh was appointed
Mass Gathering of Former and Current Jagannath University Students Floods Kakrail
Bashir Shahriar, JnU Correspondent :Jagannath University (JnU) students have entered the third day
PPP Authority’s Divisional Conference Showcases Investment Potential in Renewable Energy and Tourism
The Public Private Partnership Authority (PPPA) successfully organized
SCB celebrate international women's day
Standard CharteredBangladesh and Friendship jointly hosted ‘Water, light and hope”, a specialphoto exhibition celebrating the occasion
US inflation seen easing in July, lending Biden a reprieve
US inflation is expected to have eased slightly in July, taking pressure
China lockdown worries hit Asian equity, crude markets
Asian markets and oil prices mostly fell Monday with a fresh Covid
Iran warns US against disrupting oil shipments to Venezuela
Iran’s foreign minister on Sunday warned the US against
Oil-hungry Asian nations pounce on low prices to build stockpiles
Some oil-hungry Asian nations are taking advantage of the
Samsung fears fall in profit as pandemic hits sales
Samsung Electronics Co on Wednesday said its operating profit
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Evercare Hospital Chattogram Launches Free Breast Health Checkup Program
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Evercare Hospital Chattogram is taking a proactive
Evercare Hospital Chattogram Marks World Heart Day 2025
Evercare Hospital Chattogram,the port city’s largest healthcare facility, marked World Heart Day
CU tragedy: VC’s remarks spark outrage amid administrative failure
The administration of Chittagong University
Islami Bank Holds Board Meeting
A meeting of the board of directors of Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC was held
SCB and KMSS Empower 1,200 Female Farmers
Standard CharteredBangladesh and Khulna MuktiSebaSangstha (KMSS) have partnered to supportJashore’s female farmers in entrepreneurial progress
Upcoming Election: Business Leaders' Expectations and Beyond
The upcoming 2026 parliamentary election in Bangladesh is stirring up political excitement,
Evercare Chattogram Performs LASER Tonsillectomy on Child
Evercare Hospital Chattogram has marked a significant milestone in advanced medical care by successfully performing
Evercare Offers Healing to Underprivileged Children with Congenital Heart Defects
Evercare Hospital Chattogram is proud to announce the successful intervention of the Paediatric Cardiology Department, bringing
Evercare Hospital organized free treatment for underprivileged children
Bashir Ahmed Rubel,Chittagong:
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Cristiano Ronaldo's son gets first Portugal under-15 call-up
Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son has received his first international call-up, being named in the Portugal Under-15s squad for an
Bowlers, Wadhera shine as Punjab beats Bengaluru in IPL
Punjab Kings bowlers steamrolled through the Royal Challengers Bengaluru's batting order to secure a five-wicket victory in a rain-reduced
Bumrah named ICC Men's Player of the Month
Indian star pacer Jasprit Bumrah has triumphed over strong competition to win the ICC Men's Player of the Month
BCB wait on Shakib Al Hasan's test results
Shakib last played any form of cricket in November, representing Bangla Tiger in the T10 League. He is also
BCB successful in unearthing fresh blood through NCL T20
The Bangladesh Cricket Board's (BCB) goal to unearth some new hard-hitter batters for the T20 format through a revamped
Bangladesh thrash Bhutan 7-1 to reach SAFF Championship final
Bangladesh thrashed Bhutan by 7-1 goals in the first semifinal of the SAFF Women's Championship held at Dasharath Rangasala
Tigers upbeat to beat India to keep T20WC semis hopes alive
With top order batters showing the glimpse of
BD beat Nepal to take place in T20 World Cup Super Eights
Bangladesh qualified for the Super Eights stage of T20 World Cup 2024 with
Focus on KL Rahul as LSG face DC in playoff battle
Focus will be on skipper KL Rahul as a struggling Lucknow Super Giants look to keep their slim IPL
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BRTC passenger bus caught fire on Barishal-Khulna route
A BRTC passenger bus (Brahmanbaria-B-11-0004) plying from Barisal to Khulna suddenlycaught fire, causing
RUCSU Election 2025: Tight Race Expected Between Chhatra Dal and Chhatra Shibir
Al-Mahmud Bijoy, RU Correspondent: After
RU Shibir Stages Human Chain Protest Against Campus Shutdown
RU Correspondent: Islami Chhatra Shibir
Irregularities alleged against Bhaluka USEO
Serious irregularities have been alleged against Bhaluka Upazila Secondary Education Officer Mostafa Kamal in Mymensingh.According to the
Many RU Teachers Oppose ‘Ward Quota’
Al Mahmud Bijoy, RU Correspondent: Academic and administrative activities at Rajshahi University (RU) have come
Health and Nutrition Workshop Held by SDF in Shibganj
Chapainawabganj Correspondent: A stakeholder workshop on health and nutrition washeld in Shibganj upazila of Chapainawabganj. The
Coast guard destroys drugs worth Tk 18 lakh in Chandpur
Bangladesh Coast Guard (BCG) has destroyed drugs worth Tk 18 lakh, which were seized during various drives in Chandpur.
Bangladeshi researcher contributes globally in US logistics and data analytics
In the United States, Md. Fakhrul Islam Sumon, a professional from Bangladesh, is establishing himself through his work in
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246 killed by lightning strikes this year
At least 246 people were killed by lightning strikes across the country from February 1 to August 30 this year,
One-in-three young people victim of online bullying: UN
Around one-in-three young people across 30 countries, including Bangladesh, India and Myanmar, say they have been bullied online while one-in-five
India actresses in US 'prostitution' racket
The arrest of an Indian couple in the US who allegedly ran a prostitution
Remembering legendary actor of Bangla cinema ‘Mahanayak’ Uttam Kumar
Uttam Kumar remains the biggest hero of Bengali cinema till date –
Does God exist? some scientists think they have proof
The question of whether a god exists is heating up in the 21st century.
Bride of ISIS: From 'happily ever after' to hell
Islam and Ahmed met online, looking for their "happily ever after" through a Muslim
India's anti-harassment squad : Helping or intruding
In Uttar Pradesh, a special police squad has been set up to fight eve
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Mehendi Festival’ Organized by Islami Chhatri Shanstha at Jagannath University
Bashir Shahriar,JnU Correspondent: For the
Bangladeshi artist builds his music career successfully in south africa
Juel Chowdhury started singing
Taylor Swift concert organizer apologizes after Rio fan death
The chief executive of the company organizing Taylor Swift's
'Tribute in the light of art: Nazrul and Bangabandhu'
A discussion and cultural event 'Growth of strength from grief, determination of dream fulfillment ' was
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Afghanistan and Pakistan restart peace talks in Istanbul
Afghanistan and Pakistan have resumed peace talks in Istanbul, four sources familiar with the matter said on Thursday, a
'BD loses $24b in income due to extreme heat'
Bangladesh lost $24 billion as extreme heat cut its labour productivity in 2024, revealed The Lancet Countdown on Health
Covid-19 and flu can triple your risk of heart attack: US study
A number of viral infections, including flu, Covid-19 and shingles, are linked to an increased risk of heart
NCP insists on 'Shapla' symbol, rejects 'Shapla Kali'
Top leaders of the National Citizen Party (NCP) have said they will not compromise on their demand for the
ACC to launch audit into Adani power deal
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) is set to carry out a full audit of the power import deal with India's
ACC prepares charge sheet against Sikder brothers
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has decided to prepare a charge sheet against 24 people including Sikder brothers Ron Haque
Four people including JCD leader sued over savings papers server mishandling
Bangladesh Bank (BB) has filed cases against four people including former Jatiyatabadi Chhatra Dal (JCD) vice president Mohammad Maruf
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 104
A Palestinian man reacts next to the body of a man, who according to medics was killed in an
'Rising heat kills one person a minute worldwide'
uAA News DeskRising global heat is now killing one person a minute around the world, a major report on
'No chance of election without implementing July Charter'
National Citizen Party (NCP) convener Nahid Islam on Wednesday said that there is no possibility of holding elections in
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